To choose between the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, consider how you'll use the laptop. If you need high performance for gaming or intensive tasks, the ASUS may be preferable. It's built for demanding applications but is usually more expensive and less portable. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, on the other hand, is typically more affordable and offers a balance suitable for general use and moderate productivity but may not handle heavy tasks as well. Consider battery life and portability as well; thinner and lighter laptops are easier to carry but might trade off battery capacity and cooling efficiency. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.5/10
7.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize a visually appealing display for everyday tasks such as browsing the web, watching videos, or using office applications, the ASUS with its high-resolution and bright display will serve you well. For professionals in engineering and design who require accurate color representation for tasks like photo editing or CAD work, the ASUS again stands out with its comprehensive color coverage. However, if you're interested in gaming or 3D modeling where fluid motion is key, neither laptop would be ideal due to their lower refresh rates, although they both manage to maintain decent resolution and panel quality for less demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.6/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$860
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $860.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 shines in general use with its high-quality screen that combines touch functionality, higher brightness, and more vibrant colors providing excellent visual experience, supported by ample storage and a top-tier AMD processor, but it is slightly heavier with shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while forgoing the touchscreen and having a less colorful display, balances this with a newer Intel CPU, longer battery life, and slightly better portability due to being lighter, making it equally suited for general use tasks.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
7.4/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a screen that refreshes at a higher rate, making it excellent for immersive gaming and 3D rendering. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a newer Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU with a decently high refresh rate screen, positioning it as a strong contender for gaming and 3D applications as well. Both laptops will have good CPU performance and screen quality, with these factors being a secondary consideration to the GPU and refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
8.1/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 stands out for its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and high-quality Nvidia RTX GPU, along with a high-resolution touchscreen display that offers excellent color coverage, making it ideal for demanding engineering applications and design work. Conversely, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i, while also boasting a strong Intel CPU and capable Nvidia graphics, offers a non-touch IPS screen with lower color coverage but compensates with portability and slightly better battery life, suiting users who prioritize mobility without significantly compromising on performance.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X16 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and ASUS ROG Flow X16 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i compare to other laptops
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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